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AZ HCR2027

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Introduced

1/22/2026

Primary Sponsor

Michael Way

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Origin

House of Representatives

Fifty-seventh Legislature - Second Regular Session (2026)

AI Summary

  • Proposes a ballot measure called "The Arizona Tuition Fairness and Legal Status Act" for voter approval at the next general election

  • Requires students to meet three criteria for in-state tuition at Arizona universities and community colleges starting July 1, 2027: completion of at least 2 years of grades 1-12 in Arizona, graduation from an Arizona high school or receipt of an Arizona high school equivalency diploma, and proof of U.S. citizenship, legal residency, or lawful immigration status

  • Repeals existing statutes (sections 15-1802 and 15-1803) governing student classification for tuition purposes, replacing them with new requirements

  • Applies to all universities under the Arizona Board of Regents and all community colleges in the state

  • Prohibits community colleges from granting resident tuition rates to students who do not meet the new eligibility requirements

Legislative Description

In-state student status; postsecondary education

Last Action

House read second time

1/26/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules1/22/2026
Education1/22/2026

Full Bill Text

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